Counsellor | Ilona King Counselling

About Me

My clients are central to my work and my practice was born from the desire to help people feel fulfilled, empowered and happy in their lives.

I am a highly experienced counsellor providing short and long term therapy. Whether you are in the midst of experiencing indefinable feelings of dissatisfaction or seeing to focus on a specific issue, I provide a safe and confidential setting in which thoughts and feelings can be discussed – free from judgement and prejudice.

I work with adults only – dealing with issues ranging from :

Anxiety and Panic Disorder
Depression and Post Natal Depression
Addictions
Self Harm
Infertility
Bullying
Trauma

Abuse
Bereavement and Loss
Relationship and Family Issues
Stress and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Couples Counselling
Pregnancy Loss
Abortion

Training, Qualifications and Experience

I gained my Diploma in Person-Centered Counselling from the Metonoia Institute in London and I have several years of counselling experience. I have worked for numerous organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors. These include women’s centres, youth services, the British National Health Service (NHS), Relate Couples Counselling Services and for drug and alcohol prevention services.

I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and hold professional liability insurance for my work.

In addition to the above I have certifications in:

Working with suicidal clients
Certificate in the study of the couple relationship

Mental Health Act and Medication

Work With Me

The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination. (Carl R. Rogers)

My Approach

My core approach to counselling is Person-Centered. This kind of counselling places great emphasis on providing a safe, empathetic, non-judgemental space for clients to discuss whatever is troubling them. As a counsellor I am there to support you and respect your views. My role is to help you find your own insights and understanding.

At our first session, you will get an idea of how I work. After that, you can decide whether you want to return for further sessions. We would meet once a week for a 60 minute session.

Fees

My fees are £60 per session. Payment is required after each session via bank transfer. I am available at various times Monday to Friday, so please ask what suits you best and we can take it from there.

I ask for a 24 hour cancellation period or my full fee is payable. No fee is payable where I cancel for any reason.

Testimonials

Andrea

Dear Ilona, thank you so much for all you have done for me. Thank you for encouraging me, accepting me as I am. I will remember you always.

Iain

I am really pleased I chose you. I have been held by you like never before. Thank you for the friendly nudge in the right direction.

Calen

I felt scared sometimes. Your presence made it OK. Thank you.

Emily

You’ve always been authentic and true to me. I never had to fill a silence for the sake of filling it. I really appreciate this as someone who has sometimes felt criticised for being quiet.

Braith & Liz

Greatly appreciate the help you’ve given my partner and I. We’re working hard to mend our relationship and make the necessary changes.

Chantelle

Ilona, thank you so much for all the help you have given our son, it really has made all the difference and he’s in such a better place in his life.

Contact Me

I offer a 15 minute initial telephone consultation giving you a chance to ask questions.

I work in central Reigate, Surrey (free parking is available). I’ll send you details once we have arranged to meet.